Pre-university studies in the historic city of Cambridge
Nationality: Chinese
Course: A levels
Achievements: Bill achieved AAAA and progressed to Cambridge University to study Mathematics
What does he say about us? "The tutors are very supportive, my maths tutor really brought the excitement to the subject and I really respect him and his knowledge. He is amazingly fast and never uses a calculator!”
Summer Schools in Cambridge: Art, Drama or English Language
Our Summer Schools provide UK and international students aged 15-18 with the chance to combine an exciting vacation in Cambridge with a specialised study programme.
You can study with us for anything from one to seven weeks and can mix and match different programmes if you choose e.g. art and design one week, English language another week and so on.
There are two main types of programme:
- Creative courses:
These are located at our sister college Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts (CSVPA). Visit their website to find out more about: - English language courses:
These are located within CATS Cambridge. Find out more about:- Classic English: for younger learners - available to Groups only
- Intensive English: similar to Classic but more English lessons
- Academic English: preparation for academic study in English
The programmes include:
- excursions to theatres, museums or theme parks
- social programme including welcome party, international evenings and discos
- day trips to London, Canterbury or Stratford-upon-Avon.
Find out more about:
To book your place please email us as early as possible - places fill up fast.
Classic English course
This programme is available for group bookings only. Groups must provide a group leader.
Who is it for?
- Younger learners looking for a 'taste' of British Life and Culture.
- Students who want a greater focus on learning English, or who wish to sit an exam, should consider the Intensive English course.
- If you are looking for a course to prepare for further academic study in English you should consider the Academic English course.
The course
Our Classic course offers 20 lessons of English per week plus a full programme of social activities and excursions.
Lessons are lively, effective and enjoyable. We emphasise communication skills and building confidence in speaking a new language.
This course is accredited by the British Council and English UK.
Sample weekly programme:
| 09.00-12.30 | 12.30-14.00 | 14.00-16.30 | 18.00-19.00 | 19.30-22.00 | |
| Monday | English | Lunch | Introduction to Cambridge and Centre. Preparation for Welcome Party | Dinner | Welcome Party |
| Tuesday | English | Lunch | Local activities e.g. sports or swimming | Dinner | Quiz night |
| Wednesday | English | Lunch | Local activities e.g. sports or art | Dinner | Sports |
| Thursday | English | Lunch | Arts & crafts, sports or swimming | Dinner | International night |
| Friday | English | Lunch | Theme afternoon or preparation for excursions | Dinner | Farewell Party |
| Saturday | Excursion e.g. London | Dinner | Film night | ||
| Sunday | Optional excursion e.g. Stratford-upon-Avon | Dinner | Games night | ||
The Classic course is one of our Stafford House Study Holidays programmes. Stafford House are renowned experts in English Language teaching and have been running successful Summer courses for students for many years. If you are interested in a similar programme at another location in the UK or USA please visit the Study Holidays website.
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- Students who want a greater focus on learning English, or who wish to sit an exam.
- If you are a younger learner looking for a 'taste' of British Life and Culture, you should consider the Classic course.
- If you are looking for a course to prepare for further academic study in English you should consider the Academic English course.
Our Intensive English course offers 30 lessons per week, with evening social activities and full day excursions at the weekends.
Students are able to enrol on the Trinity Spoken English examinations, which are an internationally recognised measure of communicative ability.
This course is accredited by the British Council and English UK.
Sample weekly programme:
| 09.00-12.30 | 12.30-14.00 | 14.00-16.30 | 18.00-19.00 | 19.30-22.00 | |
| Monday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Welcome Party |
| Tuesday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Quiz night |
| Wednesday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Sports |
| Thursday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | International night |
| Friday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Theme Disco |
| Saturday | Excursion e.g. London | Dinner | Film night | ||
| Sunday | Optional excursion e.g. Stratford-upon-Avon | Dinner | Games night | ||
The Intensive course is one of our Stafford House Study Holidays programmes. Stafford House are renowned experts in English Language teaching and have been running successful Summer courses for students for many years. If you are interested in a similar programme at another location in the UK or USA please visit the Study Holidays website.
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Academic English
Who is it for?
- Students who would like to prepare for further academic study in English.
- Students who want an intensive introduction to English but are not at this stage planning to study in English, should consider the Intensive English course.
- If you are a younger learner looking for a 'taste' of British Life and Culture, you should consider the Classic course.
Our Academic English programme prepares students for academic study using the English language.
It is a serious course intended to provide students with the core language, study skills and confidence required before they undertake a programme of a-levels, International Baccalaureate or University Foundation.
Students will require minimum IELTS 4.0 or equivalent. Students will be placed in classes suitable to their level, with a course specially tailored to their individual needs.
The programme focuses on the following areas:
- Academic English language: study skills, vocabulary, grammar, essay construction, research, note taking
- Communication skills: interaction with classmates, discussion and conversation techniques
- Cultural familiarisation: living and studying in the UK
- Assignments: students may be asked to complete a Number of projects in pairs or groups
Optional weekend excursions are available for an additional charge and may be pre-booked.
Programmes lasting longer than 7 weeks are available as an 'Academic English Term'. Please contact us for more details.
Sample weekly programme:
| 09.00-12.30 | 12.30-14.00 | 14.00-16.30 | 18.00-19.00 | 19.30-22.00 | |
| Monday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Welcome Party |
| Tuesday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Quiz night |
| Wednesday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Sports |
| Thursday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | International night |
| Friday | English | Lunch | English | Dinner | Theme Disco |
| Saturday | Optional excursion e.g. London | Film night | |||
| Sunday | Optional excursion e.g. Stratford-upon-Avon | Games night | |||
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| Course | Arrival Day | First course begins | Last course ends | Age | Price |
| Creative courses (Art or Drama) | Sunday | 05 July | 16 August | 15-18 | £838 |
| Academic English | Sunday | 20 June | 06 Sept | 15-18 | £838 |
| Intensive English | Sunday | 05 July | 16 August | 16-18 | £670 |
| Classic English | Saturday / Sunday | 05 July | 16 August | 14-18 | £557 |
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Accommodation & Meals
We take great care to ensure that students are safe, comfortable and happy. Students stay in residential accommodation about 20-25 minutes' walk from the campus. Residential Houses vary in size, accommodating from 5 to 40 students. Most rooms are single with private shower / wc.
Meals
Students have breakfast, lunch and evening meals in the new cafeteria on campus.
Excursions
Packed lunches are provided for the optional full-day excursions.
Special diets
Students with special medical or religious dietary requirements must inform us when booking.
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Age: 15-18
Course Length
1 - 6 weeks
You can choose how long
you want to attend.
Arrival dates
Tuition begins on Mondays.
Week 1: 5th July
Week 2: 12th July
Week 3: 19th July
Week 4: 26th July
Week 5: 2nd August
Week 6: 9th August
You can choose to start on any week.
Accommodation
Residential houses
email us or telephone: +44 (0) 1223 314431
download enrolment form
Courses fill up quickly so confirm your place as soon as possible.
